Physical Therapy Tech - Richmond, United States - Bon Secours

Bon Secours
Bon Secours
Verified Company
Richmond, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter
Description

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people.

At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care.

Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.


Bon Secours

_ About Us_


As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care.

Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence, and respect.

Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.


Physical Therapy Tech - Tuckahoe Ortho and Phys Ther - Richmond, VA

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides patient treatment under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the patient's electronic health record. Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


  • Administers physical therapy treatments and various modalities under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
  • Instructs, motivates, and assists patients and their families in appropriate continued physical therapy programs as well as care of and use of adaptive equipment.
  • Observes and reports patients' responses to treatment and progress and reports orally and/or in writing to
- the Physical Therapist.

  • Collaborates with Physical Therapist and other health team members to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
  • Assists in assessment of patient's skills and capabilities to determine extent of abilities and limitations.
  • Supervises and oversees department rehab aides for patient care related areas.
  • Precepts in the direction and evaluation of clinical experience / internships of students from participating colleges and universities.
  • Stays abreast of current developments and new technology in physical therapy.
  • Provides formal orientation to new Physical Therapy Assistants, aides and volunteers.
  • Maintains safety of the work environment including equipment and notifies appropriate personnel if necessary.
  • Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mission and Core Values. Adheres to standards and policies, laws and regulations. Demonstrates the ABC's of BSMH Culture. Holds self and others accountable.

EDUCATION

  • High School Diploma/GED

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Licensed or eligible for state licensure.
  • Participation in advanced clinical practice.
  • Graduate of an accredited program.
  • Successful completion of appropriate Connect Care training modules for position/location.

SKILLS

  • Possess the knowledge and clinical skills necessary to provide PT technician care to people with physical disability and chronic illness.
  • Maintains competency as demonstrated by yearly competency evaluation.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
  • Patient population served: Provides patient care to neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

BON SECOURS MISSION, VALUES, CUSTOMER ORIENTATION AND CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS FOCUS:
It is the responsibility of all employees to learn and utilize continuous quality improvement principles in their daily work.


All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of the Sisters of Bon Secours by understanding each customer, treating each patient, staff member and community in a dignified manner with respect, kindness, and understanding and subscribing to the organization's commitment to quality and service.


The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties.

This document does not create an employment contract, and employment with Bon Secours Health System is "at will".

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

  • Benefits offerings vary according to e
More jobs from Bon Secours
See all jobs of Bon Secours